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Explore Costa Rica with Pico and Tati through beaches, forest trails, historic landmarks and local traditions. Every place offers a chance to notice something new and ask a question together.

Find cultural experiences, wildlife habitats and outdoor adventures to share as a family. Use the filters below to follow your interests and discover places that inspire you to explore, learn and protect.

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Tapantí National Park — Orosi Sector

Follow designated rainforest trails near Orosi and look for changing forest textures and river scenery.

Tortuguero Water Connections

Watch boats from a safe public place and discuss how waterways connect the community. Working docks are transport spaces; keep clear of boarding areas and follow your host’s instructions.

Uvita Island from Shore

Uvita Island forms part of the coastal view from Limón. Compare its outline from a secure public viewpoint. If considering a boat outing or landing, confirm current permission and arrangements instead of assuming independent access.

Barrio Amón Architecture

Historic buildings in and around Barrio Amón offer details to notice from public streets. Compare roofs, windows and materials without assuming that every interesting building is open to visitors. Plan a short route suited to your group.

Barva Sculpture Park and Church Square

Look for public sculptures and traditional streetscapes around Barva’s central gathering space.

Boats and Everyday Coastal Life

Coco’s tourism and working shoreline connect with several kinds of boat activity. Observe from permitted public areas and ask a willing host about local sea journeys. Stay clear of launching, loading and restricted dock spaces.

Cabo Blanco Forest Walks

Within Cabo Blanco’s visitor area, permitted forest trails offer opportunities to notice tree shapes, leaf litter and bird calls. Choose an open route suited to your group’s walking ability. Bring water and follow the ranger’s return-time and access instructions.

Caño Island Biological Reserve

Discover an offshore protected area through authorized boat excursions. Confirm landing and marine activity rules.

Cloud-Forest Layers

On a permitted forest route, compare the ground, understory and canopy. Notice where moisture, light and leaf shapes differ without removing anything. A slow observation can help children understand why a forest is more than a collection of trees.

Ecomuseo de la Cerámica Chorotega

Explore pottery heritage in San Vicente de Nicoya and learn how local knowledge passes between generations.

El Perezoso Trail Area

The official park map names El Perezoso within its trail network. Slow down, look among the branches and listen for movement without expecting a guaranteed sloth sighting. Ask staff which route best suits your group and current conditions.

Isla Uvita, Limón

Discover the island off Limón through a locally arranged outing. This is distinct from Uvita on the Pacific.

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